President of the Republic of Ghana, John Mahama has described the Democracy Cup as “not just a trophy but a national symbol”, commending Speaker of Parliament honorable Alban Bagbin for introducing the initiative.

Bagbin, accompanied by a delegation of sports dignitaries, presented the 2025 Democracy Cup trophy to the President at the Jubilee House ahead of this year’s competition.

The presentation formed part of a symbolic tour of key governance institutions and prominent national figures.

“This presentation marks the final lap of a symbolic journey that the cup has undertaken,” the Speaker said.

“We bring this before you, Your Excellency, as the ultimate custodian of our national unity and the embodiment of the collective aspirations of our people.”

In his response, President Mahama praised the Speaker’s decision to link democracy with sport, saying it has created a platform to engage young people while highlighting the values of democratic governance.

“This cup is not just a trophy but a national symbol,” Mahama said.

“It is an enduring reminder of our democratic values and our responsibility to safeguard them. Accept the democracy cup not as a personal honor but on behalf of the people of Ghana whose resilience and faith continue to sustain our democracy.

"May this cup remind us daily that democracy is not an event but a living process — one we must all work together to protect and deepen for generations to come.”

The 2025 edition of the Democracy Cup will take place on Friday, 5 September, at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.